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STAFF REPORT IBD: Experts during a recently held discussion have expressed their concerns over the increasing inequality and energy crisis, saying bad governance is threatening the stability and security of the country. They were of the view that social justice system and pro poor policies are must for a progressive prosperous Pakistan.
The experts were speaking at a panel discussion on “Energy Governance in Pakistan” organized by the SDPI.
In his remarks, Shahid Sattar, Member (Energy) of the Planning Commission, said that energy sector is the manifestation of the lack of governance in Pakistan.
He suggested the adoption of alternative models for the equitable use of national resources like gas and said that it is time to create a transparent marketing system and put an end to nepotisms.
Senior analyst Mukhtar Ahmed said that the government should try to control the electricity pilferage. He said that the government should also focus on coal and LNG products to reduce energy shortage. Mukhtar Ahmed also stressed the need for eradicating corruption from the energy sector and opposed the idea of privatization.
Dr. Abid Suleri, Executive Director, SDPI, launched the Sustainable Policy Economic Bulletin Vol. 04. He said that the real problem of Pakistan depends on three Es i.e. energy, economy and extremism. Furthermore, he said the govt should introduce tariff rationalization plan and meaningful energy governance reform.